McHenry

IL

McHenry County, Illinois

Population 313K |Median income $104,802

Population
312,591
McHenry County
Median Income
$104,802
+54% vs avg
Median Home Value
$308,100
+35% vs avg
Median Age
40.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
313K+1%
Median Income
$104,802+38%
Median Home Value
$308,100+40%
Poverty Rate
6.2%-19%
Unemployment
4.7%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,401/mo
Poverty Rate
6.2% -56% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 35.2%
Work From Home 16.1%
Public Transit 1.3%

Population

White 79.5%
Asian 3.1%
African American 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
33.7%
Obesity
32.1%
Short Sleep Duration
30.5%
Physical Inactivity
20.9%
Binge Drinking
18.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.7%
Current Smoking
11.5%
Diabetes
10.5%
Current Asthma
9.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.4%
Annual Checkup 77.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.6%
Stroke
2.9%

Alerts & News — McHenry Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of McHenry, IL? ▼
McHenry, IL has a population of 312,591 people, located in McHenry County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in McHenry? ▼
The median household income in McHenry, IL is $104,802 per year. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
What is the median home value in McHenry? ▼
The median home value in McHenry, IL is $308,100. Median rent is $1,401/month.
What are the top health concerns in McHenry? ▼
The top health indicators in McHenry include High Blood Pressure (33.7%), Obesity (32.1%), Short Sleep Duration (30.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in McHenry? ▼
The median age in McHenry, IL is 40.7 years. 35.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

McHenry, IL is located in McHenry County, Illinois. With a population of 313K and a median household income of $104,802, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Safety alerts for the McHenry area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (McHenry County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.